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Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

🇯🇵Sakai, JPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Hukui

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 13 meters tall on the north breakwater of Fukui Port. With a focal height of 16 meters, it emits a light with a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, guiding vessels into the harbor near Sakai city. It is located 0.6 kilometers from the nearest port, Fukui. The lighthouse is operational and identified by NGA list number 2696 and Admiralty number M7240.3.

Why it matters: The Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse clearly marks the northern edge of the main shipping channel into Fukui Port, warning vessels of submerged hazards and shallow waters near the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Sakai
Country
🇯🇵Japan
Region
Fukui Prefecture
Sea Region
Fukui Port, on its north breakwater
Latitude
36.2005°
Longitude
136.1185°

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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fukui(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M7240.3
NGA No.
2696
ARLHS No.
JPN-1190
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fukui at 0.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Takasu, Fukui (9 NM SSE), Ukui (9 NM SSE), Ataka (19.4 NM NE), Shiraki (28.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fukui Kō North Breakwater Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.